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Prolific Yashasvi Jaiswal Wins ICC Player Of Month Award

India's newest batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal was on Tuesday named the ICC 'Player of the Month' for February, following his prolific run in the Test series against England, which saw him amass over 700 runs. The 22-year-old southpaw totalled a staggering 712 runs over five matches, the highest aggregate by an Indian batter in a Test series against England. The Indian opener created several records in February, and equalled the long-standing Test record for most sixes in a Test innings (12) during his Rajkot double ton.

"Dey Football Manager": Ravichandran Ashwin's Hilarious Banter With Kuldeep Yadav Goes Viral

Indian cricket team star Ravichandran Ashwin engaged in a hilarious banter with fellow spinner Kuldeep Yadav on social media and the exchange left the fans in splits. Kuldeep is a massive football fan and his social media is filled with posts about football teams and matches. During the crucial Premier League match between Liverpool and Manchester City on Sunday, Kuldeep posted on X (formerly known as Twitter) - "I love this high-line...Not afraid of anything #LIVMCI". Ashwin was quick to reply on the post with a funny jibe as he wrote - "Dey football manager".

"With Due Respect To Axar Patel...": Rahul Dravid's 'VVS Laxman' Remark On Batting Order

Indian cricket team head coach Rahul Dravid namedropped former teammate VVS Laxman while explaining the decision to include Kuldeep Yadav in the playing XI instead of an all-rounder option after Ravindra Jadeja's injury in the first Test match against England. With Jadeja out for the second Test, the team management could have gone for Washington Sundar but instead, they decided to include a specialist spinner in Kuldeep. Dravid said that when he saw Axar batting at No. 6, it reminded him of the time when Laxman batted at that position but added that teams win matches by taking all 20 wickets.

Yashasvi Jaiswal "Needs To Change His Game": Ex-Australia Star's Warning For Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Former Australian spinner Brad Hogg said that Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal will have to change his game when he comes Down Under for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy later this year and come up with a new range of shots because of pace and bounce. Jaiswal was a standout player for India during the home series against England which concluded recently. In five matches and across nine innings, Jaiswal made 712 runs at an average of 89.00, with two double centuries and three fifties. His best score was 214*. With India going to Australia for the Test series at year-end, Jaiswal will be one of the batters to watch out for. It will be interesting how he will take on the pace trio of skipper Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc.

"I've Been Very Critical About His Batting": Rohit Sharma's Clear Message To India Star

The India vs England Test series brought several positives for the Rohit Sharma-led hosts. Despite top stars like Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami missing from action, the Indian cricket team was boosted by the presence of debutants like Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel. They gave a good account of themselves along with the seniors as India notched a 4-1 series win in the five-match series. Kuldeep Yadav was one of the standout performers for India. The left-arm wrist spinner was the joint third-highest wicket-taker with 19 scalps. But more than that, it was his batting which impressed everybody.

"Snow Pe Chalte Hain": Sarfaraz Khan's Cheeky Comment Cracks Up England Star Shoaib Bashir

The Indian cricket team completed a heroic 4-1 series triumph against England, winning the last four matches after going down in the series opener. The emergence of youngsters in the absence of senior stars like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Mohammed Shami, etc. has been highlighted as one of the biggest reasons behind the team's triumph. But, these youngsters haven't just been entertaining with the bat and the ball but also with their antics on the field. Sarfarz Khan, who made his debut in this series, cracked up England's Shoaib Bashir while fielding at short-leg during the Dharamsala Test.

"Did Not Have Money To Buy Shoes": Ignored India Star Reveals Early Days Of Struggle, Teammate Who Helped Him

In the Ranji Trophy final, Mumbai are eyeing their 42nd title. They are facing Vidarbha and are in a strong position. The final is also an emotional one for the Mumbai team as on of their veterans Dhawal Kulkarni will retire at the end of the season. It was at the insistence of the team, Kulkarni put off his retirement till the end of the season. Shardul Thakur, who is also playing for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy final revealed how Kulkarni helped him in his early days of struggle.

Rishabh Pant To Play For India In T20 World Cup 2024? BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Provides Massive Update

BCCI secretary Jay Shah gave an update on Rishabh Pant, who is set to make his much-awaited comeback in the IPL. Pant has been out of action since a horrific car accident in December 2022. "He is batting well, he is keeping well. We will declare him fit very soon. If he can play the T20 World Cup for us, that will be a big thing for us. He is a big asset for us. "If he can keep, he can play the World Cup. Let's see how he does in the IPL," said Shah. The accident had left Pant with a severe right knee injury that required a ligament reconstruction surgery besides a fractured wrist and ankle.

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Prolific Yashasvi Jaiswal Wins ICC Player Of Month Award

"Dey Football Manager": Ravichandran Ashwin's Hilarious Banter With Kuldeep Yadav Goes Viral

"With Due Respect To Axar Patel...": Rahul Dravid's 'VVS Laxman' Remark On Batting Order

Yashasvi Jaiswal "Needs To Change His Game": Ex-Australia Star's Warning For Border-Gavaskar Trophy

"I've Been Very Critical About His Batting": Rohit Sharma's Clear Message To India Star

"Snow Pe Chalte Hain": Sarfaraz Khan's Cheeky Comment Cracks Up England Star Shoaib Bashir

"Did Not Have Money To Buy Shoes": Ignored India Star Reveals Early Days Of Struggle, Teammate Who Helped Him

Rishabh Pant To Play For India In T20 World Cup 2024? BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Provides Massive Update